Direct Tax
International & NRI Taxation
DTAA, section 195, 15CA/CB and lower-deduction certificates for cross-border flows.
Overview
Cross-border income and remittances bring withholding, treaty and reporting obligations. We advise on DTAA relief, determine correct section 195 withholding, and prepare Form 15CA/CB for foreign remittances.
We also obtain lower or nil deduction certificates and advise NRIs on Indian tax and repatriation.
What’s included
- DTAA analysis and treaty-relief planning
- Section 195 withholding determination
- Form 15CA and 15CB certification for remittances
- Lower / nil deduction certificate applications
- NRI taxation, residency and repatriation advisory
How we work
- 01
Review
Assess your tax position, exposures and planning opportunities.
- 02
Comply
File returns, audits and withholding statements accurately and on time.
- 03
Optimise
Apply legitimate planning to reduce effective tax within the law.
- 04
Defend
Represent you through assessments and appeals if questions arise.
FAQ
Common questions
For most foreign remittances, 15CA (declaration) and, above thresholds, 15CB (CA certificate) are required to certify the correct tax treatment.
Often yes — a tax treaty can lower the rate on dividends, interest, royalties or fees. We apply the beneficial rate with proper documentation (TRC, Form 10F).
If they have Indian-source income above the basic limit or want to claim refunds, yes. We handle NRI filings and planning.
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